Pregnancy & Why All Natural Skincare Is Imperative

Did you know that 14,000 skin care ingredients are banned in the EU, while only 14 are banned in the US? These are all toxic ingredients that have been scientifically proven to be harmful to your health! Pregnant women need to be aware and consider the skin care products they use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.  Natura Culina  Founder, Lenka Tinka, of Czech heritage, understands the dangers of using skincare products that don’t abide by green, clean and simple principles of formulation, and has created a natural skincare line made to strict European skincare standards.  The plant-based, all-natural skincare line is the best choice during and after pregnancy because it contains no toxic ingredients that could pose a threat to foetal development. 

For decades, Tinka has brought natural, trusted skincare products to the US, made of ingredients that are green, clean, and simple, providing results-driven, non-toxic skincare. Natura Culina’s promise – to provide you with safe products, as anything you put on your skin will end up in your body and potentially that of your baby’s too.

Tinka strongly advises avoiding the following toxic ingredients in skincare products during pregnancy:

• Retinoids

• Formaldehyde

• Petroleum

• Parabens

• Triclosan

• Hydroquinone

• P-Phenylenediamine

• Fragrance

Tinka’s tips to minimize you and your unborn baby’s exposure to toxic chemicals:

• Go natural and avoid dangerous chemicals –  plant based skincare is by far the best organic solution for your skin during and after pregnancy.

• Read labels always, especially the list of ingredients. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is a brilliant resource for learning about skin care and personal product ingredients.

• Educate and familiarize yourself with toxic ingredients – take personal responsibility for your health and that of your unborn child.

• Make a lifestyle change for yourself and your family, now! By reducing the number of products you use and by simplifying your beauty regime, you will also save money.

• Discuss your skincare products with your dermatologist and OB/GYN to ensure you’ve made the best choice based on your health and that of your baby.